Overview of Walton Place

Walton Place is an assisted living facility located in Tarpon Springs, Florida. It offers personalized care, a variety of activities, and a supportive community environment. Residents can enjoy amenities such as restaurant-style dining, housekeeping, and access to public transportation.
(727) 722-9600
Bed community size
98-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.

Payment Types

Medicaid
Va

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
StatusLicensed
IssuanceSeptember 22, 2024
ExpirationSeptember 21, 2026
CountyPinellas
License Number12859

Ownership & Operating Entity

Walton Place is legally operated by Tarpon Springs Assisted Living At Walton Place Llc, and administrated by Kenneth Ruthinoski.

Owner NameTARPON SPRINGS ASSISTED LIVING AT WALTON PLACE LLC
Profit StatusFor-Profit

Safety & Compliance

Emergency SystemsEmergency call system in all rooms and restrooms.
Safety FeaturesWander guard system in Memory Care unit.

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Languages Spoken

English Spanish

Payment & Insurance

1 service
Accept Medicaid

Staffing & Medical

1 service
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Policies & Features

Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC)

Amenities & Lifestyle

Spacious Private And Companion Rooms
Free Basic Utilities And Cable
Wireless Internet
Community Computer
Restaurant Style Dining
24 Hour Snack And Beverage Service
Nintendo Wii
Individualized Plans Of Care
Pharmacy Services
ActivitiesA range of activities to exercise both the mind and the body, including cooking lessons, gardening classes, and community outings.
Specific ProgramsSalon, Activities, Amenities, Services

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionDietician planned meals are provided.

Activities in this home

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Access & Eligibility

Ways to qualify for care at this community, including accepted programs.

Medicaid Accepted

This facility is certified for eligible Medicaid services.

Inspection History

In Florida, the Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) is the primary authority that conducts unannounced inspections and completes official health quality reports for all healthcare facilities.

39 visits/inspections Info Inspections are mandatory, regular evaluations conducted by state health departments or regulatory agencies. They ensure the community provides safe, compliant care, covering areas like resident health, staff and management.

Results

22 with citations

17 without citations

Florida average: 16 inspections with citations

Latest inspection

Date July 17, 2025
Complaint

44 total citations

Citations indicate regulatory violations. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.

Florida average: 33 citations

1.1 citations per inspection

Florida average: 1.3 citations per inspection

35 deficiencies

Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.

Florida average: 19 deficiencies

0 fines

Florida average: 5 fines

Total amount fined: $4,500.00

Florida average: $11,623.53

Inspection Report Summary for Walton Place

Walton Place, a Florida assisted living facility, underwent its most recent inspection on July 17, 2025, which reported deficiencies. During the reporting period from June 13, 2016 to September 4, 2025, Walton Place was inspected a total of 39 times, with all inspections citing deficiencies. A total of 44 line-item deficiencies were identified across these inspections. Common themes included records and documentation, resident care and rights, and dietary and food service issues. The facility has demonstrated improvement through the correction of previously cited deficiencies, indicating efforts to address concerns and enhance its services.

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Florida

Walton Place is located in TARPON SPRINGS, Florida.
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Long-Term Care Waiver

Florida Medicaid LTC Waiver

Age 65+ or 21+ disabled
General Florida resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
FL

High demand; waitlists common.

Benefits
In-home care (6-8 hours/day) Assisted living Respite (240 hours/year) Case management

Community Care for the Elderly (CCE)

Florida CCE

Age 60+
General Florida resident, at risk of nursing home.
Income Limits ~$2,000/month varies
Asset Limits $5,000 individual
FL

Limited funding; regional variation.

Benefits
Homemaker services (3-5 hours/week) Adult day care (~$60/day) Respite (up to 10 days/year)

Home Care for the Elderly (HCE)

Florida Home Care for the Elderly

Age 60+
General Florida resident, at risk of nursing home placement; caregiver must be approved.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month individual, aligned with Medicaid thresholds
Asset Limits ~$2,000 (individual); varies by case manager discretion.
FL

Limited funding (~3,500 served annually); prioritizes low-income frail seniors.

Benefits
Basic subsidy (~$160/month) for housing/medical costs; special subsidies for supplies/services (e.g., incontinence supplies, ~$50-$200/month)

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Florida Medicaid PACE

Age 55+
General Florida resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
FL

Limited to specific counties (e.g., Hillsborough, Miami-Dade); ~10 sites statewide.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Meals Transportation Therapy

Optional State Supplementation (OSS)

Florida Optional State Supplementation

Age 65+ or disabled
General Florida resident, living in approved facility, receiving SSI or low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,004/month individual, including SSI
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
FL

Limited to specific facility types; ~$78.40/month max supplement.

Benefits
Cash payment (~$78.40/month) for room/board or personal needs in facilities

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Florida SCSEP (federally funded, state-administered)

Age 55+
General unemployed, low-income, Florida resident.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,983/month 125% FPL, individual
Asset Limits Not specified; income-focused.
FL

Priority for veterans, rural residents; ~1,000 slots/year.

Benefits
Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour) Job placement

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Address 201.1 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from TARPON SPRINGS's city center to Walton Place's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Penalties and fines

Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.

Source: CMS Penalties Database

Penalty History

Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.

No penalties in the past 3 years

No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.

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